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LB03 VHH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 89,609 miles on the clock, averaging 4,557 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for LB03 VHH

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,609
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,557

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,609 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,470
Average per year4,557
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB03 VHH 17k35k53k72k90k '06'22'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage89,609 miles
Since last MOT+16,470 miles
PASS
Mileage73,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,139 miles
Since last MOT+2,595 miles
PASS
Mileage70,544 miles
Since last MOT+2,906 miles
PASS
Mileage67,638 miles
Since last MOT+3,436 miles
PASS
Mileage64,202 miles
Since last MOT+1,991 miles
PASS
Mileage62,211 miles
Since last MOT+2,405 miles
PASS
Mileage59,806 miles
Since last MOT+2,919 miles
PASS
Mileage56,887 miles
Since last MOT+3,181 miles
PASS
Mileage53,706 miles
Since last MOT+2,772 miles
PASS
Mileage50,934 miles
Since last MOT+5,394 miles
PASS
Mileage45,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,540 miles
Since last MOT+5,042 miles
PASS
Mileage40,498 miles
Since last MOT+4,845 miles
PASS
Mileage35,653 miles
Since last MOT+4,447 miles
PASS
Mileage31,206 miles
Since last MOT+6,796 miles
PASS
Mileage24,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,410 miles
Since last MOT+7,191 miles
PASS
Mileage17,219 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 VHH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 VHH

What car is LB03 VHH?

LB03 VHH is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB03 VHH?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 VHH was 89,609 miles, recorded on 5 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 VHH passed its MOT?

LB03 VHH has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 5 May 2022.

Is LB03 VHH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB03 VHH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LB03 VHH?

LB03 VHH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.